Naveen Garg

• Managing product development for kidswear (knit & woven) for PUMA from enquiry to sample development stage. • Driving sourcing decisions for fabrics and trims, working with suppliers across China, Vietnam, and Cambodia • Preparing costings and leading price negotiations with both customers and suppliers to meet target margins • Coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely sample development and approvals • Managing multiple developments simultaneously, ensuring alignment with quality standards and timelines • Evaluating supplier capability and performance during development stage to support sourcing decisions • Resolving development and pre-production challenges in collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution. • Handling communication with buyers for development updates and approvals

• Managed communication with international and domestic clients, ensuring smooth coordination and timely order execution • Handled product development, supplier sourcing, costing, and price negotiations • Coordinated end-to-end order execution, including production follow-up and delivery timelines • Worked closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure quality standards and on-time shipments • Led a small team and supported daily merchandising and production activities • Evaluated supplier performance and supported order allocation based on cost, capacity, and timelines • Conducted cost analysis and reviewed cost breakdowns to maintain commercial targets • Coordinated with cross-functional and multi-location teams across different time zones • Monitored customer and vendor payments in coordination with internal teams • Supported decision-making on supplier selection based on cost, capacity, and delivery performance

• Supported product development for new inquiries in coordination with PD and marketing teams • Worked with design teams to develop new styles based on market trends and customer requirements • Prepared costing sheets and handled price discussions with customers to secure orders • Sourced fabrics, trims, and accessories, including discussions on cost, lead time, and feasibility • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth development and timely execution • Worked with import teams to manage documentation and support import/export processes

• Handled merchandising for Sergent Major (France), managing 125+ styles per season (~USD 4–6M business) • Led a team and managed end-to-end process from development to production and delivery • Negotiated prices with suppliers and buyers to align on commercial targets and confirm orders • Evaluated supplier quotations and supported order allocation based on cost, capacity, quality, and timelines • Sourced and developed new suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with existing vendors • Planned and tracked sampling and production timelines in line with TNA requirements • Coordinated with buyers and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and ensure on-time deliveries • Managed shipment planning and worked with logistics teams for smooth dispatch • Visited suppliers for seasonal planning, sample development, and alignment with buyer requirements

• Coordinated with buying offices for new developments, ongoing orders, and shipment updates. • Prepared costing sheets and handled price negotiations for new styles. • Managed sample development from initial stage to approvals, including trims and accessories. • Worked with cross-functional teams (production, purchase, quality) to ensure smooth order execution and timely delivery. • Supported business development by approaching new customers, sharing company profiles, and coordinating onboarding activities. • Followed up with vendors and internal teams to track order status and maintain accurate records.

• Supported new product development projects from concept to first commercial production. • Reviewed technical specifications and coordinated approvals before production release. • Worked with vendors on development trials, technical issues, and feasibility. • Coordinated with cross-functional teams (production, planning, quality, SCM) for trials and validations. • Collaborated with marketing teams and customers for development updates and approvals.